949-251-1366
Turkmenistan - Central Asia
Dimensions
5 1/2" x 3" x 2 1/2 "
Date
Late 19th Century
Ruler/Culture
Turkoman
Additional Information
Heavy solid silver with gold wash and carnelian beads. The color red is associated with the life-blood that continuously energizes and replenishes the body and supports the spirit. Wearing red is believed to bring good health and fortune to the wearer.
Silver pendant like ornaments, plaques, beads, rings and bracelets make up the components of Turkoman jewelry. Turkoman silversmiths learned their art as apprentices under a master craftsman.
Owner dated 1917 & 1970
